10 Days Amboseli – Mount Kenya – Samburu – Lake Nakuru and Masai Mara Safari
The 10 Days Amboseli – Mount Kenya – Samburu – Lake Nakuru and Masai Mara Safari is an unforgettable wildlife journey through some of Kenya’s most spectacular landscapes and famous national parks. This safari itinerary is designed to give travelers a perfect blend of breathtaking scenery, diverse wildlife, and authentic African safari experiences.
Your adventure begins in Nairobi, Kenya’s vibrant capital, before heading to the world-famous Amboseli National Park. Amboseli is renowned for its large herds of elephants and stunning views of Mount Kilimanjaro. During game drives, visitors can spot a variety of wildlife including lions, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, buffalo, and numerous bird species roaming across the open savannah.
The safari then continues to the foothills of Mount Kenya, Africa’s second-highest mountain. This beautiful highland region features lush forests, cool climate, and peaceful scenery. It is a great place to relax, enjoy nature walks, and experience the refreshing landscapes of central Kenya.
From here, the journey heads north to the wild and rugged Samburu National Reserve. Samburu is famous for its rare northern wildlife species such as the Grevy’s zebra, reticulated giraffe, Somali ostrich, and the long-necked gerenuk. The reserve is also home to elephants, lions, and leopards, making it an exciting destination for game viewing.
The safari then travels to Lake Nakuru National Park, a beautiful park known for its flamingos, rhinos, and rich birdlife. Visitors can also see animals such as lions, leopards, buffalo, and the endangered Rothschild giraffe while enjoying scenic views of the lake and surrounding hills.
Finally, the journey ends in the world-famous Maasai Mara National Reserve. Known for its incredible wildlife density and the spectacular Great Migration, the Maasai Mara offers some of the best safari experiences in Africa. Game drives here provide excellent chances to see the Big Five and witness the beauty of the African savannah.
The 10 Days Amboseli – Mount Kenya – Samburu – Lake Nakuru and Masai Mara Safari is ideal for travelers looking for a complete Kenya safari experience, combining diverse ecosystems, rich wildlife encounters, and unforgettable landscapes in one incredible adventure.
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Depart Nairobi for Amboseli national park, lunch followed by afternoon game viewing drives .This provides a chance to see Elephants, Lions, Buffalo, Hippos, a wide variety of Bird Life and many other plains game. Dinner and sleep at Kibo Safari Luxury Tented Camp or Sentrim Amboseli Luxury Tented Camp.
Depart Nairobi for Amboseli national park, lunch followed by afternoon game viewing drives .This provides a chance to see Elephants, Lions, Buffalo, Hippos, a wide variety of Bird Life and many other plains game. Dinner and sleep at Kibo Safari Luxury Tented Camp or Sentrim Amboseli Luxury Tented Camp.
http://www.kws.go.ke/amboseli-national-park Full day spent in Amboseli national park, famous for its wild game and spectacular backdrop of Mt. Kilimanjaro. Here you will have the chance to see the Big Five while enjoying the comforts of your game drive. The day is comprised of two game drives, one in the morning and one in the early evening. Your driver's keen eyes will come in handy while exploring the countryside. Accommodation at Kibo luxury tented or Lodge.
Depart Amboseli for Mount Kenya found in the area of Central Part of Kenya via Nairobi for picnic lunch. The drive takes about 8 hours from Amboseli to Mount Kenya through the beautiful surroundings as you get into the Kikuyu Farmlands along the way where one can see pineapple and coffee plantations. Time permitting, a nature walk into Mount Kenya Forest – Mau Mau Caves. Dinner and sleep at Simbas Lodge.
Early breakfast then drive north to Samburu where the climate is drier and the land is semi-desert. Spend the next two days exploring the Samburu Game Reserve. Keep your camera and binoculars ready, as the wildlife is plentiful. See the thin-striped Grevy's Zebra, reticulated Giraffe, blue-necked Somali ostrich and Beisa Oryx, all species only found north of the equator. The long-necked Gerenuk, a graceful antelope, spends most of its time here in a bi-pedal stance seeking succulent leaves. Accommodation at Samburu Sopa lodge.
Full day spent in Samburu with early morning and afternoon game viewing in this reserve, which covers 40 square miles (104 square kilometers). Ololokwe Table Mountain forms a dramatic backdrop to our game viewing. Samburu is also home to the third of Kenya's giraffe species - the Reticulated Giraffe. This is also our best chance to see the blue-legged Somali Ostrich, the long-necked Gerenuk gazelle and the straight-horned Beisa Oryx antelope. Accommodation at Samburu Sopa lodge.
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Depart after breakfast past the northern tip of the Aberdare Mountains to descend into the Great Rift Valley where Lake Nakuru is located [Picnic Lunch enroute]. Lake Nakuru is a shallow strongly alkaline lake set in a picturesque landscape of surrounding woodland and grassland and is home to thousands of Flamingoes, Buffalo, Lions, Zebra, Giraffe & other animal & Bird Species. On arrival check into hotel Genevieve (budget). Afterwards proceed on for an evening game drive and afterwards return for dinner and sleep at the Chester hotel or Lake Nakuru lodge.
After breakfast depart for the famous Masai Mara Game Reserve driving through the spectacular Great Rift Valley. Plain game can be found here in staggering numbers that in turn supports a tremendous predator population. You arrive for lunch at the campsite. Later an evening game drive which provides you with an opportunity to see herds of buffaloes, lions, impalas, giraffes, elephants and other wildlife. Accommodation at Manyatta camp or lodge.
Full day at the Mara with a with a game drive from sunrise and sundowner providing greatest moments for game viewing in these mystic plains, a time where the soft red hues of the sun will give your photographs the clarity of the actual African savannah. Morning game viewing with drive to the Mara River where you will be able to view wildebeest migration as well as the resident hippos and crocodiles. Accommodation at Manyatta camp or lodge.
Optional visit to Masai Village for a cultural tour can be arranged - $20 per person. Also optional hot air balloon ride can be arranged this morning, then proceed with your game drive - $430 per person.
Early breakfast & depart the campsite with picnic lunch for full day game drives. The game drive extends to Mara River – hippo point where lunch is enjoyed. There after proceed on the game drive in search of many other plains game. Accommodation at the camp or lodge.
Morning game drive and later depart with picnic lunch enroute back to Nairobi arriving in the afternoon.
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